Discover the essence of Brazil's rainforest with this Amazonian Moonlit Caipirinha recipe, a tropical twist on a classic caipirinha perfect for summer evenings and tropical gatherings.
Time: Prep: 5 min - Cook: N/A - Total: 5 min
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: Brazilian, Paleo
Allergens
None
Ingredients
80 ml Cachaça (preferably aged)
2 tbsp Organic Coconut Sugar
1 Large Lime, cut into 4 wedges
Fresh Pineapple Chunks (to taste)
Fresh Mango Chunks (to taste)
Ice Cubes
Crushed Ice for rolling the glass
Instructions
In a sturdy resealable plastic bag, place the lime wedges and coconut sugar. Use a rolling pin or your hands to gently crush the mixture until the sugar is well incorporated into the lime juice.
Place crushed ice in a shaker or large glass and pour cachaça over it. Add the sugared lime mix from the plastic bag and shake vigorously until chilled. Strain into an ice filled glass, pressing down on the lime to release all the flavors.
For the garnish, drizzle a generous amount of caramelized sugar on the rim of the glass. Roll it in fresh pineapple and mango chunks, pressing them gently onto the caramelized sugar.
Top with a pineapple leaf and a mango slice as an elegant finishing touch.
Chef’s Insight
The tropical fruits add a burst of color and vibrancy to the drink, making it an ideal choice for a summer evening or a tropical-themed party.
Notes
The use of aged cachaça adds depth and complexity to this drink, while the fresh tropical fruits bring in a lively freshness.